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RAW Charging activated a 14 bay charging hub at Chichester Gate Leisure Park on 17 August, comprising four 300kW ultra-rapid chargers, four 150kW units and six 22kW fast chargers. The site forms part of RAW's partnership with property firm Aberdeen, which now hosts more than 135 RAW charging bays across its UK portfolio. All bays offer contactless payment and the 300kW chargers can deliver a significant top up in around 20 to 30 minutes.

Why it matters: The hub demonstrates RAW's strategy of deploying high power infrastructure at leisure and retail destinations, a model that aligns dwell time with charging speed. The Aberdeen partnership signals a repeatable site acquisition route for charge point operators targeting managed property estates.

Nestrans has displayed a full-size electric demonstration vehicle, loaned by Irizar e-mobility, in Aberdeen's Broad Street as part of an eight-day public engagement exercise for the Aberdeen Rapid Transit (ART) project. The zero-emission mass transport scheme, funded by the Aberdeen City Region Deal, proposes two routes connecting Portlethen to P&J Live and the airport, and Westhill to Blackdog, with an Outline Business Case currently in development. The tram-style buses, similar to Belfast Glider vehicles, aim to improve regional connectivity and support net zero targets.

Why it matters: Public demonstration of the ART vehicle signals progress toward procurement decisions for a regional zero-emission bus network, offering early visibility for suppliers and charging infrastructure planners. The ongoing Outline Business Case will shape contract opportunities for vehicle supply and supporting electrical infrastructure across the two proposed routes.

The European Commission has cleared the acquisition of ZeMobility by Aberdeen and DigitalBridge, according to an announcement from the Commission's Luxembourg representation. No financial details or conditions were disclosed in the available information. The clearance allows the transaction to proceed under EU merger control rules.

Why it matters: The approval signals consolidation in the European charging infrastructure sector and may affect procurement opportunities as ZeMobility's ownership structure changes. Charge point operators and public authorities working with ZeMobility should monitor any operational or strategic shifts following the ownership transfer.

An EV charging unit installed at a petrol station in Aberdeen has drawn a road safety complaint because it occupies all available parking spaces, according to a report in the Press and Journal. The installation appears to have been carried out without proper authorisation. Local concerns centre on the loss of parking provision at the forecourt site.

Why it matters: The case highlights planning and site design risks for charge point operators deploying infrastructure at retail fuel sites, where space constraints and regulatory compliance can trigger enforcement action and reputational damage.

Aberdeen's hydrogen bus project, which has now been scrapped, cost the city nearly £14 million according to BBC reporting. The fleet failed to deliver on its promise of clean public transport, leading to its termination. The figure underscores the financial risks councils face when pioneering alternative fuel infrastructure without proven operational models.

Why it matters: The failure highlights procurement risks for local authorities investing in emerging fuel technologies and may influence future tender decisions favouring battery electric buses over hydrogen. It serves as a cautionary case study for CPOs evaluating total cost of ownership and technology maturity in zero emission transport contracts.

Aberdeen will receive a new electric bus service linking it to another Scottish city, according to Aberdeen Live. The report does not specify the destination city, fleet size, operator or launch date.

Why it matters: New intercity electric bus routes signal growing confidence in battery range for longer Scottish journeys and may trigger charging infrastructure tenders at depots and layover points between cities.

Electric coach operator Ember launched a Perth to Aberdeen coastal route on 8 April 2026 with ten return services daily, rising to 13 from 13 April and 18 from 29 April. A second route from Inverness to Ullapool starts 29 April with two daily returns priced at £2, timed for Stornoway ferry connections. The operator is also expanding stops on its Glasgow to Oban service from late April.

Why it matters: New intercity electric coach routes signal growing demand for charging infrastructure along Scottish coastal and Highland corridors. Operators planning 18 daily return services will need reliable, high power depot and en route charging to maintain timetables.

Aberdeen City Council has abandoned its fleet of 25 hydrogen double-decker buses after they sat unused for over a year due to fuel shortages, following a £8.3 million investment from Scottish Government, council and European funds over five years. The council admitted it held no data comparing costs between the hydrogen fleet and battery-electric buses, despite studies showing electric buses are up to three times cheaper to run. A freedom of information request revealed the council could not provide the original justification for choosing hydrogen over electric or any cost comparisons since the decision.

Why it matters: The case highlights procurement risks when authorities invest in alternative fuel infrastructure without baseline cost analysis against proven electric options. Councils and operators planning fleet transitions can use this as a cautionary example of the importance of total cost of ownership modelling and fuel supply security before committing capital.

Aberdeen City Council is preparing to sell its fleet of 25 hydrogen powered double decker buses, which have been parked for over a year following the collapse of a joint venture with BP. The 60 seat Wrightbus vehicles, which entered service in early 2021 as a world first hydrogen double deck fleet, have been out of service since late 2024 due to delays in repairs at hydrogen refuelling sites in Kittybrewster and Cove. The project cost approximately £8.3 million, funded by Aberdeen City Council, the Scottish Government and the European Union, with an investment of around £500,000 per vehicle within the FCH JU project.

Why it matters: The sale underscores infrastructure risk in alternative fuel procurements: even capital intensive fleets can strand if refuelling partnerships fail. Councils and operators evaluating hydrogen or other novel powertrains will weigh this £8.3 million write off against the maturity of battery electric charging networks.

A council is in discussions to exit its partnership with the Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub, according to reports from Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce. The talks signal potential changes to the governance or funding structure of the hydrogen infrastructure project in Aberdeen, Scotland. No specific reasons for the potential withdrawal or timeline have been disclosed in available reports.

Why it matters: The Aberdeen Hydrogen Hub has been positioned as a key refuelling site for hydrogen vehicles, and any partner withdrawal could affect procurement timelines or investment confidence for fleets and infrastructure operators planning hydrogen deployments in the region.

Scottish operator Ember has started its E1 route, running hourly electric buses between Aberdeen city centre and Edinburgh Airport seven days a week. The three and a half hour service stops at Dundee, Brechin, Forfar, Bridge of Earn and Kinross, with single fares at £17.65 and returns at £35.30. The launch follows Ember's October expansion of electric bus routes in Scotland, including a Glasgow to Inverness service.

Why it matters: The rollout demonstrates growing commercial viability of long distance electric bus operations in Scotland, creating charging infrastructure demand along intercity corridors. Operators planning depot or en route charging for similar services can benchmark Ember's route economics and technical deployment model.

Urban EV Infrastructure Limited, a Connected Kerb subsidiary, has acquired Aberdeen based Trojan Energy out of administration. Trojan Energy, founded in 2016, had installed approximately 1,500 flush to pavement charging points by 2026, largely in London, but failed to secure funding for expansion. The company reported turnover of around £3.8 million and operating losses of £4.3 million for the year to 31 December 2024, with net liabilities totalling nearly £4.1 million at that time.

Why it matters: The acquisition consolidates flush to pavement charging technology and an existing 1,500 point network under Connected Kerb's ownership, potentially offering procurement teams a proven on street solution. Trojan's administration underscores the capital intensity and funding risks facing charge point operators scaling residential infrastructure.

EZO has started migrating 177 existing ChargePlace Scotland chargers to its platform across Aberdeenshire, Moray, Aberdeen City and Highland council areas, marking the first phase of a 20 year contract. The company will install 570 new charging points across the region by 2028, more than doubling the existing EV infrastructure. EZO, which operates Ireland's largest privately owned EV charging network, is expanding into the UK market with drivers now required to use its app, already used by more than 110,000 drivers.

Why it matters: The 20 year contract represents a significant procurement commitment for Scottish councils and demonstrates how local authorities are partnering with private operators to scale public charging networks. The migration of existing assets and doubling of infrastructure by 2028 signals sustained capital deployment and installation work across northern Scotland for CPOs and contractors.